Catherine and Jeremy's colorful summer wedding in Downtown Springfield, Missouri is one to save to your favorite's list if you love all-things-color! 

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Catherine dreamed of a bright and lively summer garden party and was inspired by all things [Rifle Paper Co.](https://riflepaperco.com/) (one of my favorite brands!). Her bridesmaids wore bright, light blue dresses which contrasted so beautifully against the coral, peach, and pink tones in the bouquets.

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We curated the colorful, textural flower composition to include luxury garden roses, peonies, ranunculus, hydrangeas, delphiniums, scabiosas, and many more that we sourced locally from our Springfield flower farmers.

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The couple's ceremony was at the downtown[ Christ Episcopal Church](https://christepiscopalchurch.com/). The chapel is full of ornate details and gives a nod to medieval architectural influences.

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The reception was at downtown Springfield's premier venue, [The Veridian](https://www.veridianevents.com/). The historic charm brings a fresh amount of character to the celebration. We adorned the guest tables with a combination of matching flowers in bud vases and intentionally designed the head table to be the main attraction featuring a lush garden party centerpiece. 

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The table numbers and seating chart signs were thoughtfully and intricately hand-painted by the mother of the Bride. 

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We added fresh foliage bundles to the drapery pillars to tie in the botanical elements around the venue. 
And don’t miss the wedding cake - it’s as floral-lush and "garden party" as ever! 

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Cheers to the team who made C&J's day so marvelous and everything they dreamed it would be!

Wedding Planner: [Allie Rose Events](https://www.allieroseevents.com/)
Wedding Photographer: [Cara Bailey](https://carabaileyphoto.com/)
Floral Design: [He Loves Me Flowers](https://helovesmeflowers.com/)
Reception Venue: [The Veridian](https://www.veridianevents.com/)
Hair: [Diamonds and Do's](https://www.diamondsanddosbridalhair.com/)
Makeup: [Airbrush by Andie](http://www.airbrushbyandie.com/)
Bridal Gown: [Norman's Bridal](https://normansbridal.com/)
Cake: [Simply Delicious](https://www.simplydeliciousllc.com/)
Church: [Christ Episcopoal Church](https://christepiscopalchurch.com/)


colorful garden party

Colorful, Garden Party Summer Wedding in Downtown Springfield, MO

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Julia envisioned her wedding as an amazing, fun, and easygoing weekend surrounded by her closest family and friends. Her dream was to create a celebration filled with special moments that would leave lasting memories for everyone.

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For their big day, Julia and her Groom chose a lakeside wedding at [Integrity Hills](https://bigcedar.com/venues/integrity-hills-chapel/), [Big Cedar Lodge](https://bigcedar.com/), in Ridgedale, Missouri. Being from the lake area, Julia wanted to embrace the natural beauty of the outdoors, blending it seamlessly into a whimsical yet timeless aesthetic.

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Her color palette was a soft and romantic mix of warm pink and peachy tones, paired with gentle yellows and ivory. To add contrast and dimension, we incorporated touches of lavender and sky blue, creating a palette as fresh and inviting as the summer day itself.

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The morning of the wedding started with a little adventure—a boat ride on the lake! Julia’s father took her and her bridesmaids out on the water for some fun, setting the tone for a day full of joy and excitement.

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The bridesmaids wore mix-and-match dresses in solid colors and patterns of yellow, pink, green, and lavender, creating a harmonious and playful look that paired perfectly with their bouquets.

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For the ceremony at the [Integrity Hills Chapel](https://bigcedar.com/venues/integrity-hills-chapel/), we designed whimsical floral ground arrangements to complement the space's natural beauty. The designs were intentionally organic, making them feel as though they were blooming right from the earth. After the ceremony, these stunning arrangements were repurposed for the reception at the Stables, gracing the head table and the cake table. This thoughtful reuse allowed the florals to shine in multiple settings and added a cohesive touch to the day’s design.

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Julia wanted the head table to be the centerpiece of the reception at the [Integrity Hills Stables](https://bigcedar.com/venues/integrity-hills-the-stables/). She dreamed of a setup that felt full, dreamy, and magical. To bring her vision to life, we lined the table with countless floral bud vases. The addition of thick candles, provided by the couple, created a cozy, ambient glow that beautifully highlighted the blooms.

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One of my favorite moments captured by [Melissa Hailey](https://www.melissahaileyphoto.com/) was a scene of the Bride and Groom surrounded by their closest friends, laughing, and celebrating together. You can truly feel the warmth and love in the space—a testament to Julia’s wish of creating unforgettable memories for their loved ones.

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J&W, thank you for trusting us with your floral vision. Congratulations on your beautiful marriage and the start of your forever together.

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Photography by [Melissa Hailey Photo](https://www.melissahaileyphoto.com/)

Wedding Coordinating by [White Veil Occassions](https://www.whiteveiloccasions.com/)

Rentals by [Eventful Rental](https://eventfulrents.com/)

Floral Design by yours truly, [He Loves Me Flowers](https://helovesmeflowers.com/)

Whimsical, Timeless Lakeside Summer Wedding at Integrity Hills

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When Kristin, the Mother of the Groom, reached out to me about designing the florals for their rehearsal dinner at [Top of the Rock](https://bigcedar.com/top-of-the-rock/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA-aK8BhCDARIsAL_-H9lRGqNcGN0HBrh7br5sWNLzxEenOSIxcjQIOZaiqbiZfwlHfnnX4eYaAn-hEALw_wcB) by [Big Cedar Lodge](https://bigcedar.com/winter-sale-2025/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA-aK8BhCDARIsAL_-H9k2JIgThQXesk3Xa1TdPvJA79ReHhlOjPNTtO_82Q9ukXnZwbc4LjUaAv-JEALw_wcB) in Ridgedale, Missouri, she had a beautiful vision in mind. She dreamed of a western-inspired aesthetic to honor the Groom and his Texas roots while incorporating elements that paid tribute to Native American heritage—a perfect nod to the Wine Cellar’s incredible collection of historic artifacts.

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The Bride, Julia, brought her own inspiration to the table. As a Missouri native with a love for wildflowers and feminine details, Kristin requested that the florals also reflect Julia’s style in an elegant and thoughtful way.

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One of the unique challenges of this event was the venue’s large, grand tables. While stunning, their size can make floral design tricky—they need to feel lush and full without becoming overwhelming. To strike the perfect balance, I used loose, flowing Italian ruscus to create a lush greenery runner down the center of each table. This softened the dark wood, brought life to the moody space, and served as the foundation for the overall design.

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For a touch of color and texture, we lined the tables with bud vases filled with local flowers, including larkspur, delphinium, zinnias, scabiosa, yarrow, foxglove, and coneflowers. To honor the Native American influence, we incorporated feathers into the arrangements. The bright, summery colors brought so much joy and celebratory energy to the room, creating a vibrant yet elegant atmosphere.

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It was such an honor to be part of this special celebration. And that sunset view? It’s hard to top those golden Missouri skies!

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Photography by[ Melissa Hailey Photo](https://www.melissahaileyphoto.com/)

Western-Inspired Rehearsal Dinner at Top of the Rock in Ridgedale, Missouri

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__1.__ __Bright colors__

At of now, all of our 2025 brides are wanting colorful flowers. Picture magenta, coral, yellow, orange, etc. It’s very exciting, inspiring and energizing for this color-lover! 

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__2. Unique color stories__

I’m seeing unique and one-of-a-kind color stories like magenta with rust (with other tones) for an event and another event featuring lime green, hot pink and lavender. 2025 is the year of YOU and I’m here for it! 

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__3. Large installations & floral statement pieces__

Brides are wanting large installations and statement pieces that assist in making the celebration memorable. Imagine all your friends and family grabbing a selfie in front of your custom, fresh floral installation made JUST for your wedding! Now that’s a moment they’ll keep talking about!

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__4. Garden party is here to stay!__

The romantic, whimsical and free-spirited garden party aesthetic isn’t just a Bridgerton thing - it’s a vibe and our clients are obsessed! Well, so are we! 

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__5. Thoughtful and curated guest experiences__

Couples are creating their weddings with the guests at the forefront. This is the day that all of their special people are in one place at one time, so it’s a day to remember and they want their guests to remember it forever too! The little details of the day, from the food and drinks to the decor, colors and venue are curated with the guests experience in mind. Hospitality at its finest and so meaningful for everyone. 

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Designing florals for your wedding day is one of my greatest joys and passions and I am so thrilled at the thought of bringing YOUR floral dreams to life in 2025! Fill out my [contact form](https://helovesmeflowers.com/contact) to start the dreamy wedding floral process. I can’t wait to hear what you’re dreaming of!!

Photography [Jordan Brittley](https://jordanbrittley.com/)

Here are 5 floral features I’m seeing in 2025!

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5 Floral Features I'm Seeing in 2025


1. COLOR. A lot of my brides for 2024 are dreaming of and requesting colorful floral compositions, and I couldn’t be more over the moon about it. 

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Photo by [Jordan Brittley](https://jordanbrittley.com/)

2. Statement floral installations. These are the pieces that make you, your groom and your guests go “WOW”. These are the backdrop that most of your family, friend and group photos will take place. This is where your unique personality, story and style can come alive. These are the floral experiences that 2024 brides are craving so that they can create a welcoming, fun, and enjoyable celebration for their guests and I’m 100% here for it.

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Photo by [Clay Swanson](https://clayswansonphotography.com/)

3. Unique designs. My clients are wanting unique, one of a kind designs….not something their BFF had at her wedding or a bouquet that looks like all the bouquets you’ve seen on Pinterest. A true-to-you floral design is where it’s at.

![Ceremony-7](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2NQ0IP726tsgVgoHKzNKVt/66ce41b793923419e5722a3cfda9426b/Ceremony-7.jpg)
Photo by [Cara Bailey](https://carabaileyphoto.com/)

4. Intentional weddings with intentional floral design. The planning meetings I’ve had so far with my ‘24 brides have been much more thoughtful and intentional in their overall wedding design and wedding flowers. This looks different to everyone but it’s exciting to see how much love truly goes into every detail and I love that for my couples!

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Photo by [Cara Bailey](https://carabaileyphoto.com/)

If you are looking for a wonderful wedding florist for your 2024 wedding, fill out our [contact form](https://helovesmeflowers.com/contact)! let’s work together to make some intentional, dreamy core memories for your wedding!!

![Allie Rose Events Brand Shoot by Jordan Brittley-108](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1QlSqnRr4zu6JaWOc53eKI/bbbe41d6d1d61ba93ae49b1d57b471d0/Allie_Rose_Events_Brand_Shoot_by_Jordan_Brittley-108.jpg)
Photo by [Jordan Brittley](https://jordanbrittley.com/)

✨ 4 Floral Notions that I'm Looking Forward to in 2024 ✨

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4 Floral Notions in 2024

2023 Bouquet Roundup ✨

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THANK YOU to my incredible couples, their families, wedding vendors, flower farmers and wholesalers, my freelance team, friends, all you flower lovers and my family. I couldn’t do this with you.

2023 was a year for the books and I’m so thankful to have the opportunity to plan, design, and execute my wonderful clients’ wedding flower dreams! It’s a true joy, passion, and honor ❤️

Cover photography by [Cara Bailey](https://carabaileyphoto.com/)

We're taking a look at all of the dreamy, custom bridal bouquets that we had the joy and honor of designing for our beautiful 2023 brides.

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2023 Bouquet Roundup


__What is a luxury flower?__

A luxury flower is characterized by its superior quality, premium status, unique and rare attributes, exceptional beauty, and a diverse range that often involves extensive breeding and hybridization efforts. These blooms are distinguished by their limited availability with high demand, challenging cultivation, and, on many occasions, exotic origins.

__What is an example of a “luxury flower”?__

Luxury flowers include, but are not limited to the following: Peonies, garden roses, dahlias, orchids, calla lilies, lilies, exotic blooms like protea and more.

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__Here are 5 key elements to remember when considering luxury flowers for your wedding.__

1. They are higher-priced blooms compared to the regular standard “everyday flowers”. A luxury flower can be 3-4x the price of a standard flower.

2. They don’t last as long. Typically luxury flowers have a vase life of 5 days, this is one of the reasons they’re used for weddings/events. Chances are after your wedding, they’ll start their decline process.

3. They are used frequently in upscale events and weddings since they add a high level of sophistication and elegance.

4. They grow locally (i.e. peonies in the spring, dahlias in the fall) and around the globe (i.e. garden roses from Europe, protea from Australia). Depending on what you are envisioning, we have the relationships and connections to responsibly source luxury flowers here in SW Missouri, Europe and abroad.

5. They will blow you away. Be prepared to be so in awe, so captivated, so inspired and beside yourself when you see these marvelous luxury flowers. It’s not uncommon for our clients to experience tears of joy when they witness her bouquet for the first time. In addition, your guests will be “oooing” and “awwing” over how stunning your flowers are. The average person doesn’t witness luxury flowers in person, so when they see them up close on the tables, you’ll be hearing from them about how gorgeous your wedding flowers are for months (maybe years!). Believe me, we hear all about this.

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__Do you need luxury flowers in your wedding design?__

At He Loves Me Flowers, we believe yes. Here’s why.

We are firm believers that each bride deserves the elegance of luxury flowers in both her bouquet and wedding design. The infusion of these exquisite blooms enables us to craft a truly magnificent, bespoke experience. The resulting bouquet, along with the entire wedding design, is so uniquely enchanting that it has the power to leave her utterly amazed. Our beloved HLMF brides often find themselves moved to tears of happiness. The joy is beyond measure!

__It’s your choice.__

You get to choose if you want unique, rare, captivating luxury flowers. If that’s important to you, then absolutely, yes luxury flowers are for you.

However, if you don’t have a strong preference on specific flowers, such as garden roses or peonies, or if standard flowers (i.e. roses, carnations, hydrangeas, or even a wildflower aesthetic) bring you joy, then that’s wonderful, and luxury flowers won’t be the best choice for your needs. Your objective is to identify your priorities and stick to them, and we’re here to help guide you in that process.

__Ultimately, it’s your choice and that’s what makes your wedding so special…having a floral design that’s true to you.__

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I'm sharing what a luxury flower is, five key elements when considering them, and if you need them for your wedding!

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What are LUXURY FLOWERS? And do you need them? 

### Paige and Caleb’s May wedding was beaming with vibrant colors and summery flowers at Springfield, Missouri’s most charming, historic wedding venue [Haseltine Estate](https://haseltineestate.com/). 

### During our consultation, I asked Paige how she would describe the  feeling that she wanted to create for their celebration. She told me a relaxing, natural, and romantic atmosphere. 

This was the inspirational photo she shared with me... *(sourced from Pinterest)*
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## This is what I created for her...

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## And this is what she said...

"Charity is absolutely amazing! Not only is she the sweetest person to work with but she really listens and can make your vision come to life. I was overjoyed when I received the flowers. They were absolutely beautiful."

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Photography [Sheri Holloway](https://sherihollowayphotography.com/)

Floral Design [He Loves Me Flowers](https://helovesmeflowers.com/)

Paige & Caleb's Real Wedding at Haseltine Estate in Springfield, MO

Have you heard or seen the words "luxury", "premium" or "high-end" swirling around when you research or talk about weddings? Have you wondered, "What does that mean?". Have you thought "Why would I want luxury floral design for my wedding"? "Does it even matter"?

Let me give you an insider tip to start off - it definitely *does matter* and I'm going to tell you why!

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## 1. You love unique, romantic, can’t-find-at-a-flower-shop flowers. 
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Mostly all of those dreamy, romantic flowers you're seeing on Pinterest, I bet you 80% of them are catorgized as "luxury/premium" flowers. You can't find these luxury, high-end flowers at your typical flower shop. There are many reasons for that but to keep this simple it's because they're rare, expensive, speciality blooms. These beauties are meant for very special occassions AKA your wedding day! 

## 2. You crave a one-of-a-kind wedding design!

 You don't want flowers like all your other friends’ weddings! You want something unique, personable, and a floral design that feels like you! At He Loves Me Flowers we coined the phrase "true to you" floral designs and *we mean it*! :) 

## 3. You want all of the florals designed with excellence, with a detail-oriented approach and executed in an elevated and aesthetically pleasing way.

Because we all know that love is in the details and DETAILS MATTER. We take that very seriously. 

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## 4.  You want a personalized experience with a floral expert guiding you through your wedding planning journey! 

You don't want to be stressed DIYing your own flowers (that is so not you!) and you don't want to have to spend the time (hours upon hours) researching for the prettiest wedding flowers, foliages, textures and all the things! You have your life to live. You want an experienced professional who has years in the wedding floral industry and *knows flowers* alongwith someone who is kind and fun to guide you through this incredibly joy-filled season!

## 5. You’re obsessed with the idea of a statement floral design that will WOW you, your groom, family and guests!

Yes! A statement floral design installation can be so spectacular, unique, and can really create the vibe, and photographic moment for you and your guests. Most of our clients plan for some kind of installation and they are all so memorable and 1000% worth it! Make sure you allocate funds for something special! 

## 6. You want your guests to sense your love and appreciation for them which results in the table centerpieces *(where the guests are spending most of their time at the wedding)* being purposeful, intentional, and adequately decorated.

You want your guests to feel your love through the table centerpieces. This is a space that will bring great joy and delight to your family and friends as they look, smell, and feel the fresh flowers designed so seamlessly and wonderously. You can be sure that your guests will be refreshed, inspired and will be talking about your wedding flowers for months after. 

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Photography by[ Portrait Novella](https://www.portraitnovella.com/)
Floral Design by [He Loves Me Flowers](https://helovesmeflowers.com/)

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6 Reasons Why You Want Luxury Floral Design


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### Fresh flowers ignite your senses, making you feel alive, inspired, and completely revitalized.

### The incredible impact that flowers have on you, your family, and your friends on your wedding day is pure magic and absolute delight.

### Flowers are key to infusing boundless joy into your wedding day.

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Photography by [Jordan Brittley](https://jordanbrittley.com/)

Floral Design by [He Loves Me Flowers](https://helovesmeflowers.com/)

Fresh Flowers Ignite Your Senses

Read about the bride, Lauren’s experience, “Charity at He Loves Me Flowers did an incredible job for our wedding! She was such a joy to work with…I knew I wanted her joy and positivity on my wedding day. She has a gift of making you and your wedding day feel like the most important thing happening in that moment, instead of making you feel like you are just another client.

I had a specific theme and vision of what I wanted in mind, and she executed it perfectly and even did it better than I could have dreamed of!

…Charity was the first one to greet me at the door when I arrived at the venue. She greeted me like an old friend who was overjoyed and thrilled for me on my wedding day. I felt so much peace as Charity and her team worked on the arrangements…I specifically remember the huge arrangement at the altar during the ceremony. It felt like a dream being surrounded by such beautiful sights and smells. It perfectly complimented the special moments of the day that I tried to soak in to keep in my memory forever. Aesthetically, the beauty, mood, and romance of the day was accomplished only because of Charity's work, and I could not have asked for anything better.

After the wedding, I received countless compliments on how beautiful everything was from our wedding guests. I am so grateful I hired Charity! She has such a talent for what she does, pays close attention to detail, has such a kind and caring heart, and is one of the best choices I made while wedding planning!”

Venue [Olive View Events](https://www.oliveviewevents.com/)

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Lauren & Chase’s Pastel Spring Garden Wedding in NW Arkansas

K&C’s wedding was a timeless dream and I was honored to create their romantic wedding flowers and bring Kelly’s vision to life.

From the bride, Kelly's perspective, "Charity was so professional and experienced in what she does! She was amazing to work with and answered any questions I had. She was able to bring my vision to life and her work looked stunning the day of the wedding. I would highly recommend He Loves Me Flowers to anyone looking for a florist! Thank you, Charity!! I couldn’t have asked for anything more!"

Photography by [Trent Broglin ](https://tbroglinphoto.com/)

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Learnings & reflections